Mental Health Worker (Day Shift)

Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital•Bakersfield, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (BBHH) is an acute psychiatric and behavioral health facility in Bakersfield, California, offering inpatient and outpatient services for children, adolescents, and adults. The Mental Health Worker provides basic nursing care, assists patients with activities of daily living, and helps maintain a safe and clean environment. Under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse and unit Lead Mental Health Worker, this role serves as the primary caregiver to patients throughout the shift, within the scope of practice and any applicable job modifications or work restrictions. This is an hourly, non-exempt, overtime-eligible position. The starting wage for new hires is $23.00 per hour, with annual merit increases based on evaluations. The position follows an alternate work schedule of 12-hour shifts from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CPR certification when applying, or obtain certification before the start date.
At least six months of experience focused on human behavior, psychiatry, psychology, social services, or a related field is ideal.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience focused on human behavior, psychiatry, psychology, social services, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Provide basic nursing care to patients.
Assist patients with activities of daily living.
Help maintain a safe and clean environment.
Serve as the primary caregiver to patients throughout the shift under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse and unit Lead Mental Health Worker, within the role’s scope of practice and applicable work restrictions.